Sleepy town of Membakut comes alive as Kimanis candidates hit election trail


Burger seller Fazli enjoys brisk sales during election time.

BEAUFORT: The presence of politicians and their supporters in the small town of Membakut, about two hours by car from the state capital of Kota Kinabalu, has brought the sleepy town to life.

The two-week campaign period ahead of the Jan 18 Kimanis by-election has brought excitement to the town and traders are enjoying brisk sales.

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